What are the smallest pet turtles I can get?

Some rascally pet shop owners may try to pass one of these turtles off as a turtle that will stay small, but don't be tricked. Many times they'll try to pass red-eared sliders off as miniature turtles because they stay small for awhile. read more

I assume you want a small turtle that stays small. Let me recommend a captive-bred Eastern Box Turtle Terrapene carolina carolina. read more

If released into the wild, pet turtles can be a danger to local populations of turtles and tortoises. Because of the pet-trade, red-eared-sliders are now considered one of the world's 100 most invasive species. read more

Raising Turtles & Overview of Turtle Species. Turtles are one of the most popular exotic pets and some turtle breeds have found there way into the top reptile pets. Small turtles are adorable reptiles that make a convenient pet for both apartments and homes. read more